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Aug 24, 2013 at 11:24 AM

Hopefully everyone is still energetic as the second week of school has now passed!

By Lara Luu

Hopefully everyone is still energetic as the second week of school has now passed! By now, the campus has settled down as the students find their niche and remember how to be students after relaxing all summer long. The Freshmen here at Burroughs High School are acclimated to their new high school environment, the Sophomores are well-practiced at acting as if they have known high school all their lives, the Juniors are basking in the glow of having the title of Upperclassmen, and the Seniors are two weeks closer to graduation. With the start of school comes the traditional back-to-school activities. During the All-Class Assemblies, Mr. Auld reminded the students of what is expected of them, and emphasized to the seniors what role models they are to all the grades beneath them. Mrs. Cracraft and Ms. Paxton also presented the new online library to the students. Now, students can check out e-books online any time they want after creating a Destiny account in the library.Also, Back to School Night opened this past Tuesday with a fantastic performance by Burroughs’ orchestra and choir, which was led by Mr. Mark Hatter. The parents then had the opportunity to experience what it is like to be a student at Burroughs by touring campus while following their students’ schedules to each of the classes. Just like with a regular day, the parents were subjected to the school bell and a passing period, and ASB helped with directing them where to go. For all student drivers or those who will be driving by Dec. 1, the Parking Lot Auction is starting Sept. 4. This year, the parking lot auction rules have changed slightly. Students sign up for the spots they would like to buy, and only bid on them if another student would like the same spot. The rest of the spots will be sold for a flat rate. This is one of the biggest senior class fundraisers, so be sure to come participate as well as get a fantastic parking spot for the entire school year.Finally, be sure to come cheer on our Burroughs football team on at their first football game against Palmdale on Friday, August 30th! This day is also a spirit day: BHS Pride Day. All students should be sure to dress out in black, white, and green in order to color our campus and show our school pride!